Legislation

Crypto Tax Proposal in US Has Had Limited Impact on Bitcoin Market

Enactment of the bill, if it is passed and signed into law, is still far off.

Markets  ·  3 August 2021

Framework to Regulate Crypto, Stablecoins Introduced in US Congress

Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) said the existing digital asset market structure and regulatory framework are too “ambiguous and dangerous for investors and consumers.”

Policy & regulation  ·  29 July 2021
Turkey

Turkey Plans to Present Law on Cryptocurrencies in October: Report

Crypto-asset companies will be supervised by the Capital Markets Board and will need to set aside minimum capital requirements.

News  ·  19 July 2021
Bitcoin

52 US Representatives Are Backing a Bill Targeting Hamas Financing

The Hamas International Financing Prevention Act would leverage sanctions against individuals and governments donating to Hamas, including donations made in bitcoin.

News  ·  23 June 2021
New York

New York Bill Would Freeze Bitcoin Miners Pending Environmental Review

The new legislation seeks to counter an industry that critics blast as detrimental to New York’s decarbonization goals.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 May 2021
Germany

Proposed Legislation in Germany Could Allow $425B to Flow Into Crypto: Report

Under the legislation, wealth managers known as Spezialfonds would be able to invest up to 20% in digital assets.

Business  ·  29 April 2021
Bitcoin

What Would Biden’s Tax Hikes Mean for Bitcoin?

Tax hikes could encourage profit taking in cryptocurrencies, but some investors remain bullish as ongoing stimulus could trigger inflation.

Markets  ·  13 April 2021
Cryptocurrency Mining

Kentucky Governor Signs Tax Breaks for Crypto Miners Into Law

The commonwealth wants to become a hub for energy-heavy businesses like crypto mining.

News  ·  26 March 2021
California

California Seeks to Make Blockchain Corporate Records Bill Permanent

The bill also makes amendments to the definition of "blockchain technology."

News  ·  22 March 2021
CoinFlash

Kentucky Approves Bills Providing Incentives for Crypto Miners

The bills now pass to Governor Andy Beshear for final approval.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 March 2021
Cryptocurrency

Indian Government Officials Give Mixed Signals Over Planned Crypto Legislation

As one government official says the planned legislation would completely ban cryptocurrency use, another stresses that is not the case.

News  ·  15 March 2021
Regulation

US Lawmakers Make Third Attempt to Bring Legal Clarity to Cryptocurrencies

Rep. Warren Davidson said the window of opportunity for the U.S. to lead the world on blockchain technology is "closing."

Policy & regulation  ·  11 March 2021
DAOs

Wyoming Bill to Recognize DAOs as Companies Approved by Senate Committee

The bill now proceeds to a vote in the Wyoming House of Representatives.

News  ·  10 March 2021
Mining

Kentucky Lawmakers Approve House Bill Providing Tax Break for Crypto Miners

The bill, aimed to encourage the crypto mining industry in the state, now goes to the upper house for review.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 March 2021
Blockchain

State of Wyoming Introduces Bill for Blockchain Filing System

Under the act, the state would implement a new filing system to "use blockchain technology as the the technological framework for the system," by the end of 2021.

News  ·  25 February 2021